Bellevue – Crossroads Physical Therapy

Michelle grew up in Bothell, WA and attended Western Washington University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and played softball for the Vikings. She then went on to pursue her doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma. She uses a systematic, biomechanical approach with emphasis on movement analysis, manual therapy, and targeted exercise to return her patients to their passions and help them reach their goals. Areas of special interest include vestibular rehabilitation, in addition to foot and ankle impairments. Michelle has a love for the outdoors and spends her free time in the mountains or on the water. She also enjoys coaching softball, travel, live music, and spending time with family and friends.

Education:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology: Pre-Physical Therapy from Western Washington University, 2011
• Masters and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from University of Puget Sound, 2017

Organizations:

• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Reina was born in Yokohama, Japan, but was raised in the Seattle area. She graduated from Pima Medical Institute in July of 2016, receiving her Associate degree in Occupational Science. Reina is continually expanding her skill and knowledge base, to provide the highest quality of care. She enjoys using a balance of manual therapy techniques and exercises specific to each patient’s condition in order to provide excellent patient-focused treatment. Reina has clinical experience in inpatient care in a skilled nursing facility setting, as well as in outpatient care. Reina speaks conversational Japanese, enjoys learning, being out in nature, baking, and exploring Seattle’s endless food and coffee scene.

Education:

• Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Pima Medical Institute, 2016

Additional Languages:

• Japanese

Daniel earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Michigan-Flint. Prior to this, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Saginaw Valley State University.

After an 8,000-mile road trip across the western half of the United States in 2015, Daniel and his wife decided they wanted to move to the greater Seattle area. Upon moving, he completed an Orthopedic Residency and became a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).

In his spare time, Daniel loves to climb, mountaineer, ski, hike, fly fish, and compete in powerlifting. He also loves to read (mostly non-fiction but, also some classics).